The Twenty-fifth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion

McManus, ThomasProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

Rating 3.0

Word count: 144K words
Chapters: 15

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.The Twenty-fifth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers in the War of the RebellionAuthor: McManus, Thomas,Language: English, Class: E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865), Release Date: Jan 15, 2008

Editor's review

This is a historical account of the Twenty-fifth Regiment, Connecticut Volunteers, during the American Civil War, a primary source in nineteenth-century American local military history. Its value lies not in grand strategic analysis but in particular people and events: the unit's formation, marches, battles, and daily life, often presented in the voice of participants or contemporary records, with the distinctive vocabulary and standpoint of the era. For researchers it is local material supplementing official campaign histories; for general readers it offers an entry into the experience of Civil War soldiers, though one must tolerate the narrative's brevity and the document's limitations. The public-domain e-book format facilitates searching and citation, making it suitable for consultation with specific questions rather than reading straight through as a general history. Readers should consult maps and timelines and remain alert to the biases of the author's perspective.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Historical readers studying the American Civil War, especially local regiments and soldiers' experience
University students and researchers needing primary sources for papers or local-history verification
Enthusiasts interested in nineteenth-century American military organization and local records
Readers accustomed to English-language public-domain sources who can verify background independently

Not a good fit for

Beginning readers seeking a systematic general history of the Civil War or grand strategic analysis
General readers who prefer literary narrative and vivid character portrayal
Readers with limited experience of English-language historical sources who need translation and annotation

Reading tips

First check the basic organizational history of the Twenty-fifth Connecticut Volunteers, then proceed to the text
Keep a Civil War timeline and theater maps at hand to locate events as described
Compare the account with official histories or records of other units on the same day to discern its emphasis
Take brief chapter-by-chapter notes, marking names, places, and dates for later reference

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FAQ

Is this document suitable as an introductory Civil War reader?

Not very. It is an account of a single regiment, assumes basic familiarity with the Civil War background, and focuses on the unit's own experience rather than the whole course of the war. Beginners should first read a general history and use this book as a local supplement; otherwise they may miss the forest for the trees.

Does the book show an obvious partisan standpoint?

As a nineteenth-century American military document, it naturally carries the language habits of its time and a Union standpoint, and its descriptions of the enemy and the fighting may not be neutral. Read it as a source with a perspective, not as objective final judgment, and cross-check key points against other sources.

What should be noted when reading the e-book edition?

Public-domain e-books usually preserve original spelling and layout and may lack modern notes and maps. Use reading software that supports full-text search and verify names and places as they occur; when citing, check page or paragraph locations, as different editions may vary.

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About the author

McManus, Thomas Author

Thomas McManus is an author about whom public information is limited beyond his name and a single work. The only confirmed title in the collection is The Twenty-fifth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion, a record concerning the Twenty-fifth Connecticut Volunteer Regiment during the American Civil War. Judging from the title and subject, the book belongs to the genre of regimental histories of the Civil War, typically covering the regiment's formation, marches, combat experiences, and personnel, and combining documentary record with firsthand narrative. Such works were often compiled by participants or those close to them from observations, rolls, and archives, aiming to preserve the regiment's memory and provide material for later reference. Reliable information about McManus's life, nationality, dates, and other writings is scarce, and no further details can be added.